School Curriculum

Our curriculum stimulates the intellectual capabilities of curiosity, reasoning, questioning and creativity. We recognize that our complex, rapidly changing technological society will require more than recitation of facts. We emphasize communication and teamwork skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Our school has a newly established Science Lab with equipment and material for all grade levels from Pre-K to Grade 8 for hands-on learning and experimentation. Our fully-equipped library has updated books on various topics and encyclopedia for research.

Before and after school programs are available for students, where help is offered in homework instruction. Younger students engage in playful activity. Selected videos are also shown. Our students may also participate in our hot lunch program. We also publish a yearbook and school newsletters to keep our parents informed. To add to a student’s school experience, every student can participate in our Student Council and Buddy System (where the older students team up with the younger grades for different class-based activities.

CURRICULUM/ PROGRAMS

- Pre-Kindergarten –

... is a full day program where students learn the basics of socializing 
through play. Formal readiness skills in writing, reading and mathematics 
are emphasized. Children also participate in Religion, Science, Social 
Studies and computer classes.
 

- Kindergarten –

   ... is a full day program providing the bridge between
 Pre-Kindergarten and Grade One by emphasizing pre-reading and writing skills. 
 Students also benefit from instruction in Religion, Mathematics, Science, 
 Social Studies and Computer. We recognize the importance of self-direction 
 skills developed through play.
 

- GRADES 1-8 –

 ... experience the regular curriculum classes:
 

 Religion  Science
 Mathematics  Reading
 English Social Studies
 Art Physical Education
 Computer Music
 

 





 
 
 
 
 ... Supplemental instruction is also given: 
 

- English as a Second Language
 

- Speech Therapy
 

- Supplemental Reading and Mathematics
 

- TV monitors and computer connection in each classroom. Up-to-date
 technology curriculum for Grades Pre-K to Grade 8. A minimum of
 two computers in each classroom.

- Before & After School Programs -

  ... Before and after school programs are available for students,
where help is offered in homework instruction. Younger students engage
in playful activity. Selected videos are also shown.




 

- School Mission -

  The mission of Saint Joseph School is to feed our students
knowledge, clothe them with sensitivity for others, and offer them moral and
spiritual guidance.
 
   OUR GOALS ARE.
 
- To provide a rich educational experience that will encourage creative

 and independent thought.
 
- To emphasize basic communication skills in reading, writing,

 speaking and listening.
 
- To allow our students to progress at their own rate according

 to their ability and stiff provide them with challenges.
 
- To provide an environment that encourages socialization and

 group interaction.
 
- To develop attitudes of social cooperation and moral

 responsibility through interpersonal relations and Christian

 service.
 
 St. Joseph School is conveniently located
 at 509 Pavonia Avenue, just minutes away 
 from Journal Square.
 
  Our school has a long history of providing
 academic instruction and Catholic training
 here in Jersey City. The current administra-
 tion, faculty and staff are dedicated to the
 furtherance of this important educational
 tradition.
 
  St. Joseph's is an accredited school by the
 Middle States Association of Colleges and 
 Schools providing rigorous academic training,
 a comfortable, safe environment, and a faithful
 example of Christian values.
 
  St. Joseph's is a great place to learn. We
 are open to all who want a fine education, 
 regardless of race, color or creed. Our small
 class size allows not only individual attention,
 but an opportunity for close relationships 
 between students and teachers.
 
  Through diversity we achieve unity. Our
 student body, although quite diverse in culture
 and religious background, blend together to 
 form a school where our students can all
 learn, grow and respect one another. We 
 celebrate our unique talents and backgrounds. 
 One common denominator all our students
 share is a commitment to developing not only 
 their minds, but a well-rounded respectful
 attitude.